I was NOT looking forward to my walk home this afternoon. It was rainy and cold outside and I had a 3.4 mile walk ahead of me. Boo. I really had no choice but to do it, but if I had a way to weasel out of it, I would have. I had an umbrella, but my hands were freezing! My car will be here in ... Read More about Wet Walk
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Frozen Lunch – Pumpkin Squash Ravioli
I had a frozen meal that caught my eye the other day waiting at work for lunch. So this morning I just had to pack a salad and fruit to go along with it (and my snacks for later of course). The thing that caught my eye was "Pumpkin" in the name. This is Pumpkin Squash Ravioli from Healthy Choice. It ... Read More about Frozen Lunch – Pumpkin Squash Ravioli
Poor Girl’s Gloves
It was super cold this morning, but I couldn't find the new gloves Ben bought me yesterday so I had to use my Poor Girl's Gloves = Socks. Actually they are more like mittens, but you get the idea. I actually prefer mittens to gloves anyways since your fingers get to stay together and keep eachother ... Read More about Poor Girl’s Gloves
Pumpkin Chips & Pumpkin Dip
Just when you thought you'd heard of everything pumpkin flavored I bust out Pumpkin Chips! I found these a while back at the Nut House, but have been holding on to them. Well, I brought them with my lunch today and gave them a whirl. I would love to say that they were amazing, but they weren't. ... Read More about Pumpkin Chips & Pumpkin Dip
Pumpkin Milkshake
Ever since spotting the Pumpkin Smash at Jamba Juice I knew I wanted to make my own Pumpkin Milkshake! This morning was the perfect time for it since I had a lot of left over pumpkin from the huge can I opened last night. My pumpkin shake contained: 1 container vanilla Chobani, 1/2c pumpkin, 1/2c ... Read More about Pumpkin Milkshake
Race-ist & Calorie Counting
I ran the Freedom Run half marathon to become a better "Race-ist". Oh wait, that sounds really bad...my definition of "race-ist" is someone who runs in running contests of any size. Anyways I am signing up for another run in November to practice my racing skills too. I will become a good "race-ist" ... Read More about Race-ist & Calorie Counting
Warm Ears, Cold Hands
It was chilly this morning so I busted out my ear muff/headband to keep my ears warm. But, my hands were freezing! I need mittens fast. Marathon Training: I was out of it this morning and couldn't understand the speed work I was supposed to day (and I was not feeling it). So I just decided to try ... Read More about Warm Ears, Cold Hands
Julia Child vs. Pumpkin Ice Cream
I cannot decide what was the bigger highlight of my day - visiting Julia Child's kitchen or scoring pumpkin frozen yogurt at TCBY! Today was obviously a great day :) Ben and I did some exploring in D.C. today and visited the National Museum of American History. They have a replica of Julia ... Read More about Julia Child vs. Pumpkin Ice Cream
Warm Dessert – Apple Crisp
I am an ice cream girl all the way, but I called TCBY and they don't have pumpkin flavor until tomorrow (I'll be there!). So, tonight I made a warm dessert - Apple PB Oat Crisp. I used this recipe as an inspiration, but with these changes - -Â used more oats to cover all the apples - PB ... Read More about Warm Dessert – Apple Crisp
Eating more before a long run – 15 miles
I am going to start increasing my eats before long runs. I usually only have one piece of toast with PB, but as I am increasing my mileage I need to increase my before run eats. Today I stuck with the toast and PB&J, and then added another hunk of bread with PB. I am increasing my before run ... Read More about Eating more before a long run – 15 miles
Ice Cream is Carbs, Right?
Even though I was full from dinner the ice cream in the freezer has been calling my name. So, I had some topped with a granola bar and some chocolate syrup. A little over the top, but that's how I do it. Hey, I have a 15 miler planned for tomorrow - Ice Cream is Carbs, Right??? Dinner was just ... Read More about Ice Cream is Carbs, Right?
Chocolate Chips and PB
While I like Dark Chocolate Dreams, I think I love putting chocolate chips and PB together more! I brought an apple and a container of PB&choc chips for an afternoon snack. A few seconds in the microwave and it all melts together - Amazing. The only downside to this snack is, as much as I try, I ... Read More about Chocolate Chips and PB
Three in the morning
I normally don't run anything under 5 miles, but the trip messed up my running schedule and I wanted to make up some lost miles. So, yesterday I did 4 miles and today I did 3 miles. My 3 miles in the morning felt a lot better than my 4 miles yesterday afternoon! My ankle has actually been a ... Read More about Three in the morning
Afternoon Run & 4 Ingredient Dinner
I love super simple recipes and just decided to work with what I needed to use up tonight. I have a ton of broccoli so I started with that and decided to use it with pasta, beans and feta cheese. It was sooo easy too! Just cook pasta, add rinsed off beans and feta cheese. Serve with broccoli ... Read More about Afternoon Run & 4 Ingredient Dinner
Hello again, from Charlotte
Hello friends, I am back at the Charlotte airport. Hopefully this time I will be out of here in an hour - not 7 like Tuesday. I'm optimistic! My flight out of Gulfport left at 7:20am this morning. I brought along magazines and coffee. I'm normally not a coffee drinker, but I like to get them ... Read More about Hello again, from Charlotte
Work with what ya got
**I am thisclose to giving up hope that I've lost some of my readers :( If you have the time/energy/inclination can you let peeps know that I am not dead and still have a blog? Please update your reader :) Since I am staying in the volunteer camp and eating the communal breakfast and dinner I ... Read More about Work with what ya got